osmo wood finishing and maintenance 2015

2015

POLYX®-OIL

WOOD WAX FINISH

CLEANING / CARE

RENOVATION

WOOD FINISHING AND MAINTENANCE

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OVERVIEW

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OVERVIEW

Feels great. Is natural and can withstand a lot. My wooden floor. And it should just stay beautiful. For a long time.

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CONTENTS

Hardener/Wood Putty

OVERVIEW

PRODUCT FINDER

FLOOR PREPARATION

CLEAR FINISHES

Polyx®-Oil Original

Polyx®-Oil Anti-Slip / Anti-Slip Extra

Polyx®-Oil Rapid

Polyx®-Oil 2K Pure

Polyx®-Oil Effect Natural

Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin

PARTIAL RENOVATION

OSMO RECOMMENDS // QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Recommendations for wood species

Questions and Answers

COLOURED FINISHES

Polyx®-Oil Tints

Polyx®-Oil Effect

Oil Stain

Wood Wax Finish

CARE & CLEANING

Polyx®-Oil Original

Maintenance Oil

Liquid Wax Cleaner

Intensive Cleaner

Wash and Care

Floor Maintenance Kit

Opti-Set

Spray-Mop

TOOLS / ACCESSORIES

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Rapid

CLEAR FINISHES

PROFESSIONAL SCRAPER

Anti-Slip

COLOURED FINISHES

CARE AND CLEANING

PRODUCT FINDER

MAINTENANCE KIT FOR FLOORS

TOOLS / ACCESSORIES

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POLYX®-OIL RAPID

POLYX®-OIL 2K PURE

POLYX®-OIL TINTS

OIL STAIN

HARDENER FOR OIL-STAIN

POLYX®-OIL EFFECT SILVER / GOLD

WOOD WAX FINISH

WASH AND CARE

LIQUID WAX CLEANER

POLYX®-OIL ORIGINAL

POLYX®-OIL ORIGINAL

POLYX®-OIL EFFECT NATURAL

INTENSIVE CLEANER

MAINTENANCE OIL

OPTI-SET

FLOOR BRUSH WITH HANDLE

NATURAL BRISTLE BRUSH

FLOOR ROLLER SET

ROLLER AND BRUSH SET

FLOORXCENTER DECKING AND FLOORING CLEANER

WOOD PUTTY TELESCOPIC HANDLE

SPRAY-MOP

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DOUBLE BLADE SCRAPER

WOOD WAX FINISH CLEAR EXTRA THIN

POLYX®-OIL ANTI-SLIP / ANTI-SLIP EXTRA

Pure

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WELL-PREPARED FOR PERFECT RESULTS

You will feel it if your floor has been sanded correctly. Finely sanded wood soothes the senses. Its surface is extremely smooth but still has a lively look. In contrast to plastic or metal surfaces, you can always touch the annual rings in wood. Along the grain, the organic material feels smooth, and dull against the grain. Thus, always make sure to work along the wood grain.

FLOOR PREPARATION

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A perfectly sanded and with Polyx®-Oil finished floor cannot be penetrated by dirt – as by nature, a tree has a tight cell structure. This structure is torn open by splitting the tree trunk into boards; the boards are then rough sawn. Whilst processing rough sawn boards into floorboards, the wood is planed and sanded. After installation, the flooring is once again sanded in preparation for applying oils. Floors which have been finished with oils and waxes do not have

PERFECT SANDING STEP BY STEP

to be sanded completely. For damaged floors, whether once lacquered or new and untreated, perfect sanding is an absolute prerequisite for applying oils successfully.

1ST STEP

Sandpaper grit: very coarse to middle (P 40 – 80). Depending on the surface, start with either P 40 (for old finishes) or P 80 (for raw wood) sanding grit. Important: please do not skip steps in grit whilst sanding. Tools: sandpaper or belt sander

2ND STEP

Grit: middle (P 100). Tools: sandpaper or belt sander or a single or multiple disc machine

3RD STEPFill cracks and holes: with Osmo wood filler (for up to 2 mm in depth)

4TH STEP

Grit: middle (P 100). Tools: sandpaper or sanding mesh or a single or multiple disc machine

5TH STEP

Grit: fine (P 120). Tools: sandpaper or sanding mesh or a single or multiple disc machine

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POLYX®-OIL AND WOOD WAX FINISH CLEAR EXTRA THIN

WOOD STAYS WOOD. NATURAL AND VIVID. AND IT CAN EVEN WITHSTAND LANDING TOY PLANES.

Wood is an organic material. Similar to human skin, it can absorb and release moisture. Wood breathes. Osmo developed wood finishes which are perfectly matched to and preserve the-se special characteristics of wood. Oils penetrate into the wood and protect it from inside. Waxes form an elastic, microporous surface which protects the surface from the outside. Wood retains its natural beauty permanently.

POLYX®-OILS: ALMOST INVISIBLE PROTECTION FOR WOO-DEN FLOORING.

Do you love wood? Then treat it to the correct protective finish. Transparent Polyx®-Oil protects it from wear and tear, dirt and moisture without changing its natural character and beauty.

Osmo Polyx®-Oils are based on natural oils and waxes. They are resistant to perspiration and saliva, food-safe and even suitable for children’s toys. Polyx®-Oil Original or Rapid, both accentuate the wood’s natural colour tone and create a beautiful permanent wet effect.

CLEAR

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Original

1COAT

24 m2 / 1 l

Anti-Slip

POLYX®-OIL AND WOOD WAX FINISH CLEAR EXTRA THIN

POLYX®-OIL ORIGINAL / ANTI-SLIP / ANTI-SLIP EXTRA

> 3011 Clear Gloss

> 3032 Clear Satin

> 3062 Clear Matt

PROPERTIES

Natural oils and waxes provide the perfect protection for the strong demands on wooden floors. Oils penetrate into the wood and protect it from inside. Waxes form an elastic, microporous surface which protects the surface. When dry, the Osmo Polyx®-Oil is safe for people, animals and plants and can even be used on children’s toys.

COLOUR CODE / GLOSS LEVEL

ANTI-SLIP CLASSIFICATION

> 3088 Clear Semi-matt / R9 slip-resistant

> 3089 Clear Satin / R11 extra slip-resistant

> 3065 Clear Semi-matt

ADVANTAGES

> Very tough and hard-wearing > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys > Suitable for wood and microporous > Resistant to coffee, wine and cola > Partial renovations are possible

Certain wood species require special waxes and oils. More information can be found on page 30. Samples can generally be obtained from your local Osmo dealer. A trial application is always recommended.

4 GLOSS LEVELS

2 ANTI-SLIP GRADES

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Anti-slip finishes are growing in demand for private households, and are nowadays almost a must for public spaces. Osmo Polyx®-Oil Anti-Slip offers the perfect solution to meet these requirements.

MANUAL PROCESSINGFinished surface in 2 days, 2 coats

1. First coat on the raw, sanded wood approx. 35 ml/m².

2. Mistakes in the wet coating can be corrected up to 30 minutes after the first application.

3. Drying time approx. 8 – 10 hours (normal climatic conditions, 23 °C/50 % rel. humidity). Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity can increase drying time. Allow for good ventilation.

4. If desired, the dried finish can be smoothened with fine grain sandpaper (P400) or with a Scotchpad before applying the second coat.

5. Second coat approx. 35 ml/m².

6. Drying time approx. 8 – 10 hours; see point 3.

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1COAT

24 m2 / 1 l

FAST DRYING

Rapid

PROPERTIES

The Polyx®-Oil Rapid is the quick drying version of the renowned Polyx®-Oil from Osmo. A second coat is already possible after four to five hours, and the flooring is accessible after 24 hours. Polyx®-Oil Rapid does not differ from Polyx®-Oil Original when dry.

> 3240 White Transparent

POLYX®-OIL RAPID

POLYX®-OIL RAPID


MANUAL PROCESSINGFinished surface in 1 day, 2 coats



3. Drying time approx. 4 – 5 hours (normal climatic conditions, 23 °C/ 50 % rel. humidity). Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity can increase drying time. Allow for good ventilation.


5. Second coat approx. 35 ml/m².


7. Note for Polyx®-Oil Rapid White transparent: Apply Polyx®-Oil Rapid, clear as second coat!

ADVANTAGES

> Fast drying > Very tough and hard-wearing > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys > Suitable for wood and microporous > Resistant to coffee, wine and cola > Partial renovations are possible


Apply with:

> 3232 Clear Satin

> 3262 Clear Matt

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1COAT

Pure

PROPERTIES

Polyx®-Oil 2K Pure is a high quality and solvent-free Polyx®-Oil for professional users with especially fast drying properties. The breathable surface is hard-wearing and resistant against dirt and moisture. Polyx®-Oil 2K Pure is designed for mechanical processing.

> 6125 Clear

POLYX®-OIL 2K PURE

40 – 50 m² / 1 l


Satin


MANUAL PROCESSINGOsmo Polyx®-Oil 2K Pure is not ready to use.

1. Shortly before application, add the hardener. Ensure that the complete contents of hardener are emptied into the wood finish and that the two components are thoroughly mixed. Do not thin. Attention: 4 – 6 hours after adding the hardener, the mixture is no longer to be used (pot life).

2. With a double blade scraper, apply finish to the untreated wood thinly and evenly.

3. Wait approx. 30 – 60 minutes until Poly®-Oil 2K Pure has completely penetrated the wood.

4. Massage oil into the surface with a single disc machine with a green pad.

5. Directly afterwards apply second coat (wet on wet), allow to penetrate and massage in.

6. Subsequently even out surface with a single disc machine with a white pad. If the single disc machine leaves streaks on the floor due to excess material, turn pad over or replace it.

7. Leave to dry for approx. 4 hours. The final hardness is achieved after approx. 24 hours.

POLYX®-OIL 2K PURE

ADVANTAGES

> Especially fast drying > Special for tropical and darker wood species (Teak, Jatoba,

Smoked Oak etc.) > Very tough and hard-wearing > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys > Resistant to coffee, wine and cola > Partial renovations are possible

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1COAT

24 m2 / 1 l

PROPERTIES

With Polyx®-Oil Effect Natural, you keep the natural light elegan-ce of your wooden floor permenantly. Conventional clear oils can darken the wood and result in a more intensive colour tone – as if the wood was wet. Polyx®-Oil Effect Natural works against this effect. White, almost invisible pigments ensure the wood stays light-coloured like raw, freshly cut wood. After the first coat with Polyx®-Oil Effect Natural is dry, we recommend applying a final top coat of clear Polyx®-Oil.




> Natural / 3041 (UK Version Polyx®-Oil Effect RAW 3044)

ADVANTAGES

> Light-coloured wood stays light-coloured > Nearly invisible protection, no “permanent wet effect” > Suitable for wood and microporous > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys > Resistant to coffee, wine and cola


with EFFECT NATURAL

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(1st Polyx®-Oil Effect Natural, 2nd clear Polyx®-Oil)



3. Drying time approx. 24 hours (normal climatic conditions, 23 °C/ 50 % rel. humidity). Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity can increase drying time. Allow for good ventilation.


5. Second coat approx. 35 ml/m² with clear Polyx®-Oil.


NATURALLY INVISIBLE

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24 m2 / 1 ltr.

1COAT

1COAT

24 m2 / 1 lCOLOUR CODE / GLOSS LEVEL



> 1101 Clear

PROPERTIES

Wood is not always just wood. For tropical ingredient-rich wood species, you get perfect results with these oils. Osmo Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin was developed specifically for these types of wood. It penetrates deeply into the heavy, dense wood structure and protects it from both inside and out. Treat your noble flooring to a finish that suits it best.


ADVANTAGES

> Also for resinous hardwoods like Merbau, Wenge, Jatoba etc. > Penetrates deeply > Protects against wear, dirt and moisture > Partial renovations possible > Suitable for wood and microporous


1. Apply first coat thinly along the wood grain on the raw, sanded wood.

2. Allow to dry for 30 minutes. Wipe away all excess wax and touch up untreated areas.


4. Apply second coat thinly.

5. Allow to dry for 30 minutes and wipe away all excess wax.

6. Drying time approx. 12 hours; see point 3.

Satin

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PENETRATES

DEEPLY

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A FINISH THAT COLOURS AND PROTECTS

Determine the colour of wood yourself. For a creative design of your living room, Osmo offers a large choice of products. It does not matter whether you want to set transparent or intensive accents – Osmo has for all requirements the right product. Then coloured oils and waxes from Osmo protect and colour wood at the same time. So to individually design your living room, two work steps are enough.

Numerous attractive colour tones perfect the individualisation of your living room: the colour spectrum stretches from classic wood

tones to trendy greys on to intensive colour tones with which you can set great coloured accents. Even white stained flooring is possible.

It does not matter which product you choose. With Osmo products, an even and harmonious colouration is possible. Best try out it on trial area immediately.

POLYX®-OIL TINTS, OIL STAIN AND WOOD WAX FINISH

CREATIVITY WITH GRIP. FOR SUBTLE COLOURING AND STRONG ACCENTS.

COLOURED

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1COAT

POLYX®-OIL TINTS

POLYX®-OIL TINTS

3040 White 3067 Light Grey 3071 Honey 3072 Amber 3073 Terra 3074 Graphite 3075 Black

PROPERTIES

The tinted version of the renowned Polyx®-Oil Original. Oils are much easier to use when staining wooden floors than water-based stains. Any do-it-yourselfer or handyman can easily apply the Polyx®-Oil Tints and achieve an even and harmonious look. First apply one coat of the Polyx®-Oil Tints to the carefully sanded floor the required colour. The second coat is carried out with a clear Polyx®-Oil to protect the pigments against abrasion.

30 m2 / 1 l

POLYX®-OIL TINTS, OIL STAIN AND WOOD WAX FINISH

ADVANTAGES

> Protects and colours > Harmonious appearance > Wood grain remains visible > Resistant to coffee, wine and cola > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys

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(1st Polyx®-Oil Tints, 2nd clear Polyx®-Oil)



3. Drying time approx. 24 hours (normal climatic conditions, 23 °C/50 % rel. humidity). Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity can increase drying time. Allow for good ventilation.




on Oak on Oak on Oak on Oak on Oak on Oak on Oak

THE WOODGRAIN STAYS

Certain wood species require specially waxes and oils. More information can be found on page 30. Samples can generally be obtained from your local Osmo dealer. A trial application is always recommended.

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PROPERTIES

Oil Stain allows you to colour wooden flooring or furniture transparent or intensively. It can be processed without visible transitions thanks to its special oil combination. A transparent, lightly glazed look can be achieved by applying a single coat of the Oil Stain with scraper, and through mechanical processing with a pad, a second coat will achieve a more intensive colour tone. A final top coat of clear Polyx®-Oil is a must to protect the pigmented finshes against wear and tear.

OIL STAIN

OIL STAIN

3501 White 3512 Silver Grey 3514 Graphite 3516 Jatoba 3518 Light Grey3519 Natural 3541 Havanna 3543 Cognac 3564 Tabak 3590 Black

IntensiveIntensive Intensive Intensive Intensive Intensive Intensive Intensive Intensive

1COAT

24-48 m2 / 1 l

Note: Optionally a hardener can be added to Oil Stain in order to accelerate the drying time. See page 20.


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ADVANTAGES

> Attractive colour tones, transparent or intensive > Can be used with a scraper, roller or brush > Easy to apply > Based on natural oils

Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent Transparent

MANUAL PROCESSING Finished surface in 2 – 3 days, 2 – 3 coats(1st/2nd Oil Stain, 2nd/3rd clear Polyx®-Oil )

TRANSPARENT COLOURING:1. Apply very thinly to the clean and dry wood along the wood grain

with Osmo Floor Brushes, Osmo Microfibre Roller or Osmo scraper.

2. Most brushstrokes can be removed within 30 minutes after applying.

3. Massage into the wood evenly with a white pad.

4. Drying time approx. 12 hours (normal climatic conditions, 23 °C/ 50 % rel. humidity). Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity can increase drying time. Allow for good ventilation

INTENSIVE COLOURING:5. Apply the first coat as described in points 1 – 4.

6. Apply the second coat, also very thinly, as described in point 1.

7. Massage into the wood evenly with a white pad.

8. Drying time approx. 12 hours, see point 4.

9. After step 4 or 8, carry out the final top coat with a clear Osmo Polyx®-Oil and allow to dry. On white primed floors, a top coat with Osmo Polyx®-Oil Tints White (3040) is recommended.

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PROPERTIES

A Polyx®-Oil for that special touch. The subtle metallic effects, available in two different tones, give your wooden floor an exclusive shimmer. The original character of the natural wood combined with this finish creates an individual and modern style. Technical properties are the same as those of Polyx®-Oil Original.

POLYX®-OIL EFFECT SILVER/GOLD

3091 Silver 3092 Gold

1COAT

30 m2 / 1 l


MANUAL PROCESSINGFinished surface in 2 – 3 days, 2 – 3 coats

(1st Polyx®-Oil Effect Silver/Gold, 2nd clear Polyx®-Oil)

1. First coat on the raw, sanded wood approx. 30 ml/m². For light-coloured wood: in order to achieve the desired effect, first apply Osmo Wood Wax Finish Black as coloured primer and allow to dry for 24 hours.






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ADVANTAGES

> For darker woods > Fits into modern interior designs > With real metalic pigments > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys > Resistant to coffee, wine and cola

on Smoked Oak on Smoked Oak

POLYX®-OIL EFFECT

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3101 Clear

3102 Lightly Steamed Beech

3103 Light Oak

3111 White

3118 Granite Grey

3119 Silk Grey

3123 Pine

3136 Birch

3137 Cherry

3138 Mahogany

3143 Cognac

3161 Ebony

3164 Oak

3166 Walnut

3168 Oak Antique

1COAT

30 m2 / 1 l


WOOD WAX FINISH

ADVANTAGES

> Easy to use > Suitable for wood and microporous > Wear-resistant and dirt-repellent, resistant to household

chemicals > Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys

PROPERTIES

In contrast to Polyx®-Oil Tints, Wood Wax Finishes contain more pigments. Wood Wax Finishes can be mixed both with each other and with Polyx®-Oil Original. That way you can achieve very subtle colours or set stylish accents in your living room. After drying, we recommend applying a final coat of clear Polyx®-Oil to protect the pigments from wear and tear.

WOOD WAX FINISH

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on Spruce

on Spruce

on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce





4. Lightly coloured glazing effect: within 20 minutes after applying the coat, wipe with a cloth or with a white pad along the wood grain.

5. Opaque: Is an opaque colour intensity desired, repeat the process. (However, apply maximal 2 coats.)

6. As a colouring primer for flooring: drying time approx. 24 hours (in-stead of 12 hours; see point 3). Second coat approx. 35 ml/m² with clear Polyx®-Oil. Drying time approx. 8 – 10 hours; see point 3.On white primed floors, a top coat with Osmo Polyx®-Oil Tints White (3040) is recommended.

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1. FOR TRANSPARENT TONES: 2. FOR A MORE SUBTLE GLAZING EFFECT:

TRANSPARENT / INTENSIVE

3104 Red

3105 Yellow

3125 Blue

3131 Green

3132 Grey

3169 Black

3172 Silk

3181 Pebble

on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce on Spruce

3186 White Matt





4. As a colouring primer for flooring: drying time approx. 24 hours (instead of 12 hours; see point 3). Second coat approx. 35 ml/m² with Polyx®-Oil Original, clear. Drying time approx. 8 – 10 hours; see point 3.





4. Within 20 minutes after applying the coat, wipe with a cloth or with a white pad along the wood grain.

5. As a colouring primer for flooring: drying time approx. 24 hours (instead of 12 hours; see point 3). Second coat approx. 35 ml/m² with Polyx®-Oil Original, clear. Drying time approx. 8 – 10 hours; see point 3.

2 WAYS TO STAIN FLOORING*

* It is not possible to achieve an intensive finish with Wood Wax Finish (do not apply Wood Wax Finish Creativ twice). When staining with 3111 (White) 3186 (White Matt) and 3188 (White Snow), use Polyx®-Oil Original Tints 3040 (White) as a final top coat.

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COLOUR CODE / GLOSS LEVEL COLOUR CODE / GLOSS LEVEL

HARDENER / WOOD PUTTY

> 7350 Clear

ADVANTAGES

> High filling power > Quick drying > Good sanding properties > Low odour

ADVANTAGES

> Shortened drying time > For high traffic areas > Ideal for public spaces

WOOD PUTTYHARDENER FOR OIL STAIN

> 6631 Clear

MANUAL PROCESSING

1. Before applying, stir well in a bucket so that any putty settled at the bottom is mixed in.

2. Mix in sanding dust, at best from the same type of wood with a grain size of 80 – 120, into thick paste (approx. 15 % weight increase by adding sanding dust).

3. Fill in flooring diagonally with a stainless steel double blade scraper and at the same time press wood putty firmly into joints. Repeat process if necessary.

4. After 30 – 60 minutes the dried paste can be sanded coarsely (grain P80) and afterwards finely sanded (grain P100 – 120) so that no wood putty is left on the surface of the parquet. Most of the time, fine sanding with P100 – 120 is enough.

5. Subsequently treatment with various Osmo oil-wax systems can be carried out.

Note: As wood putty mixture and processing strongly depends on the wood type and on the sanding dust, we absolutely recommend carrying out a trial application! Do not fill joints in sprung or plank flooring!

MANUAL PROCESSINGFinished surface in 1 day

1. Open the bottle of Hardener and pour contents into the can of chosen wood finish. Empty bottle completely. Stir thoroughly.

2. Processing to be carried out corresponds to that of the chosen wood finish.

3. Drying time is reduced by approx. 50 % in comparison to the normal drying time of the chosen wood finish. (Normal climatic conditions, 23 °C/50 % rel. humidity.) Lower temperatures and/or higher humi-dity can increase drying time. Allow for good ventilation.

Note: Pot time is reduced down to 60 minutes by adding the Hardener. Please do not mix together more material than you can process with certainty within 45 minutes. If you do not use the entire can of wood finish, add 6 % Hardener – mix in a separate container!

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CLEANING, CARE, REFRESHING AND MAINTAINING

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Wooden flooring treated with Osmo Polyx®- Oil will last for genera-tions. The protective diffusion-open finish allows wood to breathe keeping it healthy. The finish repels dirt and moisture. And should any soiling or damage occur, it is easy to clean and repair.

Care for oiled floors is easy if you follow some basic rules. Choosing the correct care product is a important. Other more aggressive all-purpose cleaners will break down the protective layer of Polyx®-Oils and cause your wooden floor to become more sensitive to dirt. To clean regularly, we recommend using a damp mop with the gentle, caring Osmo Wash and Care. You can refresh

the surface or remove tough stains by using the Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner in private households and Maintenance Oil in public spaces.

Re-oiling with Polyx®-Oil is first necessary when the floor starts to show signs of wear and tear. It is not required to refinish the whole surface because wooden floors treated with Osmo Polyx®-Oils can be partially refinished or renovated. This obviously also applies to floors stained with Wood Wax Finish or Oil Stain.

CARE AND CLEANING THE BEST PRODUCTS

LIFE IS TOO SHORT FOR WRONG MAINTENANCE. GET COMFORTABLE.

CARE AND CLEANING

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With one touch: Osmo Spray-Mop has a cartridge for cleaners (Spray-Fix).

> Ideal for the quick and partial cleaning in between. > As an alternative, use the white Micro-Mop Plush from

the Osmo Opti-Set. > A dash of Osmo Wash and Care in mop water removes

everyday dirt and grime exceptionally, and thanks to the natural oils, it prevents the floor from drying out. Avoid using aggressive all-purpose cleaners.

> NOTE: Only use a damp – not wet – mop! When re-quired, dry afterwards.

DRY CLEANING

> Quick, quiet and economical: dry cleaning with the Dust-Mop.

> Osmo Opti-Set contains a Mop with a Telescopic Handle, a Dust-Mop, a Micro-Mop Plush and an Active-Fibre Cloth.

REGULAR DAMP MOPPING

How often your wooden flooring has to be mopped depends on the amount of use. In private households, a weekly cleaning routine is normally enough, in restaurants and other high traffic areas you should mop daily.

An oiled wooden floor repels dirt. In contrast to many other types of flooring, it does not charge up electrosta-tically and does not offer breeding grounds for microbes and allergens. Dust, lint or animal hair can be removed with a vacuum cleaner or broom. Cleaning is even easier with the Osmo Opti-Set. The green mop is especially developed for dry cleaning.

CARE AND CLEANING

Opti-Set Opti-SetDust-Mop Spray-MopWash and Care

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INTENSIVE CLEANING AND REFRESHING

MAINTAINING AND RE-OILING

Sometimes life can leave marks, even on optimally main- tained wooden flooring. No problem. That is why for an oiled wooden floor, the protective surface can be renewed at any time, without needing to sand the old finish. This is a huge advantage compared to lacquered wooden surfaces.

> Clean floors thoroughly beforehand. > Manual application: apply an extremely thin layer of

Osmo Polyx®-Oil with the Floor Brush or with the Osmo Microfibre Roller.

> Machine application: Osmo FloorXcenter for intensive cleaning and for applying Polyx®-Oils.

> Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner cleans and regenerates in one step. Also available as spray.

> Osmo Maintenance Oil regenerates without forming a layer, special for public spaces

> For white oiled floors: Liquid Wax Cleaner or Maintenan-ce Oil in White Transparent

> For larger areas, we recommend the floor cleaning machine FloorXcenter.

From time to time, your wooden flooring needs to be refreshed. In private households, refreshing is normally need-ed first after months. Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner is ideal for this. That way the protective oil-wax layer is regenerated and your floor retains that special shine. In high traffic areas of restaurants and shops, Osmo Maintenance Oil should be used. This was especially developed for this application. Here regular refreshing can be sensible. Cleaning intervals depend on the amount of use.

HERE’S HOW

Liquid Wax Cleaner

Opti-Set FloorXcenter FloorXcenterPolyx®-Oil Original Floor Brush with handle

Floor Roller SetMaintenance Oil

Liquid Wax Cleaner Spray

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WASH AND CARE Cleaning and maintaining concentrate for regular wet care. Especially developed for wooden flooring which was treated with Osmo Polyx®-Oils.

LIQUID WAX CLEANERClear or White Transparent. For refreshing dull flooring. Cleans and regenerates at the same time, provides the wood with natural hard waxes.

LIQUID WAX CLEANER SPRAYClear Liquid Wax Cleaner to spray. Cleans and regenerates at the same time, provides wood with natural hard waxes.

MAINTENANCE OILWith Maintenance Oil, dull and matt floors are refreshed. By applying Maintenance Oil at the right time, time-consuming sanding and recoating works can be avoided.

INTENSIVE CLEANERHighly effective, lightly alkline special cleaner for removing dirt. Ideal for intensively cleaning oiled-waxed surfaces before the actually surface treatment with Osmo wood finishes – without any sanding.

POLYX®-OIL For complete or partial renovation of wooden floors previously treated with Osmo Polyx®-Oil. Available in 4 gloss levels: 3011 Gloss, 3032 Satin, 3065 Semi-matt, 3062 Matt.

CARE AND CLEANING

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OPTI-SETFor maintaining wooden, plastic, tiled and stone flooring. Contains mop with telescopic handle, Dust-Mop, Micro-Mop Plush and Active Fibre Cloth.

SPRAY-MOPWith this innovative cleaning system, the cleaner (Spray-Fix) is sprayed from a refillable cartridge on the handle directly onto the wooden floor. With machine-washable Active Fibre Mop.

TIPS AND TRICKS

CHANGING THE GLOSS LEVEL:

With Liquid Wax Cleaner, you can change the gloss level of your flooring. If it has become duller through the course of years, you can polish the top layer of your flooring with Liquid Wax Cleaner. Alternatively, you can also give a highly glossy floor a less sensitive satin-gloss.

CONSTRUCTION WOOD PROTECTION

Ensure that you have a sufficiently large foot mat which can act as a type of “dirt trap” for moisture, sand and dirt picked up on shoes. To protect the floor surface against scratching and dents, felt pads should be attached to the legs of tables, chairs and furniture. A protective mat should be used beneath chairs with wheels or castors. This is the only way in which you can efficiently protect the valuable wood surface against damage.

MAINTENANCE KIT FOR FLOORSThe Maintenance Kit for Floors contains 1 litre Wash and Care, 0.4 litre Liquid Wax Cleaner Spray, 3 cloths and comprehensive maintenance instructions for your wooden flooring.

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PARTIAL RENOVATIONS

CLEAR

REMOVE SMALL FLAWS YOURSELF STEP BY STEP

AS GOOD AS NEW THROUGH SMALL REPAIRS

Sand the damaged surface thoroughly

A wooden floor treated with Polyx®-Oil can be renovated easily – also partially. This is a key advantage when compared to lacquered areas.

1. Separate the damaged area with masking tape.

2. Sand the damaged area thoroughly. The grit size of final sanding work should match the finished surface of the surrounding floorboards.

3. Remove sanding dust from the sanded area thoroughly with a vacuum cleaner.

4. Apply a thin layer of Polyx®-Oil evenly with Osmo Microfibre Roller.

5. Dry for approx. 8 – 10 hours. Allow for good ventilation.

6. After drying, apply another layer of Polyx®-Oil with a lint-free cotton cloth.

7. If the gloss level does not match the surrounding area after drying, it can be adjusted by polishing with Liquid Wax Cleaner.

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In contrast to stained wooden flooring, wooden flooring treated with Polyx®-Oil Tints can also be renovated. The work steps are in principle the same as the steps taken for floors treated with clear oils.

1. Separate the damaged area with masking tape.

2. Sand the damaged area thoroughly. The grit size of final sanding work should match the finished surface of the surrounding floorboards.

3. Remove sanding dust from the sanded area thoroughly with a vacuum cleaner.

4. Prepare Polyx®-Oil Tints or mixture of Wood Wax Finish and Polyx®-Oil Original. Make sure to create exactly the same mixing ratio as the original coating. (Further information on page 19.)

5. Apply a thin layer of Polyx®-Oil Tints or mixture evenly with Osmo Microfibre Roller. Allow to dry for approx. 24 hours, and if the results do not match, possibly repeat the steps with a lint-free cloth. Afterwards allow to dry anew. TIP: Carry out trial applications on a leftover piece of flooring!

6. After drying, apply another layer of Polyx®-Oil with a lint-free cotton cloth. If the gloss level does not match the surroun-ding area after drying, see point 7, page 26.

CLEAR OR COLOURED

Apply Osmo Polyx®-Oil with the Microfibre Roller thinly. After drying, apply the 2nd coat very thinly with a lint-free cloth.

COLOURED

RENOVATE COLOURED FLOORS PARTIALLY

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FLOOR BRUSH WITH HANDLE > Suitable for applying all oil-based wood finishes > Highly recommended for applying oil and wood finishes to

wooden flooring, as well as for treating balcony elements and decking.

> Available in 150, 220 and 400 mm.

FLOOR ROLLER SET > Suitable for processing all oil-based wood finishes > For an optimal wooden floor finish > The microfibre roller holds a large amount of product and

distributes it evenly - for optimal results > Contents: roller tray with ridged area, Microfibre Roller

(250 mm wide), disposal tray inserts (3 pieces) and a roller frame

ROLLER AND BRUSH SET > For use with all Osmo finishes on natural, sawn wood > Ideal for treating larger areas > Excellent finish – roller holds a large amount of product

and distributes evenly > Contents: roller tray with ridged area, disposable tray

inserts (3 pieces), Microfibre Roller (100 mm wide), roller frame, Natural Bristle Brush (60 mm)

DOUBLE BLADE SCRAPER > Suitable for processing Polyx®-Oil, Oil Stain and Wood

Wax Finish > Highly recommended for applying oils and coloured primer

to wooden flooring > Available in the width: 270 mm

NATURAL BRISTLE BRUSH > Suitable for all Osmo oil-based colours. > Available in 25, 50, 60 and 100 mm.

TOOLS

TELESCOPIC HANDLE > High-quality aluminium telescoptic handle > With SoftTouch handle for work safety > Adjustable from 115 – 200 cm

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TIPS AND TRICKS

CLEANING TOOLS

After applying Osmo Polyx®-Oils or Wood Wax Finishes, you can clean brushes or the microfibre rollers quickly and easily with the Osmo Brush Cleaner and Thinner. Additional inserts are available for the roller set trays. And for the hands - Osmo Easy Clean: special, damp, hand wipes for the effortless removal of oil, waxes and glues without water.

MANUAL OR MECHANICAL?

For high traffic or larger areas, we recommend regularly cleaning and maintaining the surface with FloorXcenter. This lightweight single disc machine is much faster and more efficient for these pur-poses. Achieving a light and even colour tone when staining a floor especially when working with certain application methods (e.g. “wet-on-wet”) can only be achieved with mechanical application. A professional contractor can also be used for the regular cleaning and care.

FLOORXCENTER > Perfect for cleaning, care and maintenance, refreshing or

renovating oiled surfaces, also suited for coloured primers > User-friendly single-disc machine > Multifunctional with 4 attachments > White pad for removing everyday dirt and stains, also ideal

for applying wood finishes and oils to flooring > Red pad for removing especially tough stains, also ideal for

light sanding between coats, > Microfibre pad for removing dirt and moisture from the floor

whilst cleaning > Brush ring for intensive cleaning (availlable as an

accessory) > Machine can be rented from an authorised dealer

DECKING AND FLOORING

CLEANING MACHINE

> Suited for cleaning interior and exterior areas > Intensive cleaning and refreshing of greyed wooden

decking > Deep cleaning of interior wood floors > Especially effective through counter-rotating brushes > Loosens and removes dirt in one clean step > Waste water is collected in a tank > Machine can be rented from an authorised dealer

PROFESSIONAL SCRAPER > Ideal for all sanded wood floors. > Easy application – wide aluminium scraper with rounded

edges for outstanding results, no need to get down on your knees

> Perfect for the professional user. > Available with a width of 500 mm.

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OSMO RECOMMENDS

WOODPOLYX®-

OIL ORIGINAL

POLYX®-OIL

RAPID

POLYX®-OIL 2K PURE

WOOD WAX FINISH CLEAR

EXTRA THIN

POLYX®-OIL

TINTS

OIL STAIN


POLYX®-OIL EFFECT

SILVER / GOLD

WOOD WAX

FINISH

Maple + + + o + o + – o

Afromosia – – + + – – – – –

Acacia + 1) + 1) + o + 1) + – o + 1)

Bamboo + 1) + 1) + o – – + 1) – –

Birch + + + o + + + – +

Pear tree + + + o + + o – +

Beech + + + o + + + – o

Doussie / Afzelia – – + + – – – – –

Oak + + + o + + + o +

Oak, smoked + 1) + 1) + o + 1) + – + 1) + 1)

Alder + + + o + + + – +

Ash + + + o + + + o +

Eucalyptus + 1) + 1) + o + 1) o – – o

Spruce / Pine + + + o + + + – +

Ipe – – + + – – – – –

Jarrah, Australien + + + o + + – + +

Jatoba – – + + – – – – –

Kambala / Iroko – – + + – – – – –

Kempas + 1) + 1) + o + 1) o – + 1) o

Pine + + + o + + + – +

Cherry + 1) + 1) + o + 1) – – – –

Cork + 1) + 1) + o + 1) + + 1) – + 1)

Larch + + + o + + + – +

Mahogani – – + + – – – – –

Merbau + 1) + 1) + + 1) + 1) o – – o

Walnut, american + 1) + 1) + o + 1) o – – o

Walnut, brazilian – – + + – – – – –

Olive + 1) + 1) + + + 1) – – – –

OSB, sanded + 1) + 1) – o + 1) + + 1) – + 1)

Palisander – – + + – – – – –

Pitch Pine + + + o + + + – +

Robinia + + + o + + + o +

Teak + 1) + 1) + o + 1) + – o + 1)

Tigerwood + 1) + 1) + o – – – – –

Elm + + + o + + – – +

Walnut + 1) + 1) + o + 1) + – – o

Wenge – – + – – – –

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR WOOD SPECIES

+ recommended+ 1) thin application!

o possible– not recommended

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

CAN I STAIN MY WOODEN FLOOR A DIFFERENT COLOUR?

Yes, with Osmo Polyx®-Oil Tints and Wood Wax Finish. You can apply the finish easily by using a floor brush, roller or a brush, and then allow it to work in for a few minutes and wipe away the excess with a cloth, along the wood grain. Allow the floor to dry overnight, ensuring that there is good ventilation and then apply one thin coat of Polyx®-Oil to finish.

HOW SHOULD I PREPARE THE SURFACE OF MY WOOD FLOOR?

The surface should be sanded along the wood grain and finished with 120 –150 grit sandpaper. Care should be taken when removing all scratch marks.

WHAT HAPPENS IF PART OF MY FLOOR IS DAMAGED?

Unlike many of the traditional lacquers, damaged areas on floors treated with Osmo products can be sanded and re-treated with the same products without leaving any visible transitions (see page 26 – 27).

DO I NEED TO SAND BETWEEN COATS?

You should always assess the surface before applying the second coat, as sanding between coats may be necessary.

IS THERE ANYTHING SPECIAL TO WATCH OUT FOR WHEN TREATING HARDWOOD FLOORS?

Some hardwoods such as Jatoba and Merbau are dense and have a high content of ingredients, which reduces their capacity to absorb other finishes. Therefore we recommend treating woods such as these with Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin or Osmo Polyx®-Oil 2K Pure, which penetrate deeply into the pores of these wood species.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I APPLY TOO MUCH PRODUCT WHEN TREATING A FLOOR?

If you have applied too much Polyx®-Oil, the drying time will be extended considerably. If this happens, provide additional ventilation by opening windows and doors so that the product can dry naturally through oxidation. If damage occurs to the surface as a result, repair the surface as described above.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I APPLY TOO LITTLE PRODUCT WHEN TREATING A FLOOR?

If you have applied too little of the product, water spots may appear, the wood may dry out or appear dull. In such cases, please apply another thin coat of Osmo Polyx®-Oil.

CAN I MIX ALL OSMO COLOUR TONES WITH EACH OTHER?

Yes. The colour tones of the respective product ranges can be mixed in any ratio. Osmo Wood Wax Finishes are mixable allowing for a larger colour range.

HOW LONG DOES THE SURFACE TAKE TO DRY?

Most Osmo products dry within 8 – 10 hours. The surface dries through oxidation and absorption. Please ensure that there is sufficient ventilation for drying purposes.

WHEN CAN I WALK ON THE FLOOR AGAIN?

As a general rule, the floor can be used one day after the final coat is applied. However, you must make sure that the final coat is dry to the touch. The surface will take 14 days to cure completely. As a result, rugs should first be placed on the surface after 2 – 3 weeks.

DOES THE FLOOR NEED POLISHING ONCE THE TOP COAT OF OSMO POLYX®-OIL HAS BEEN APPLIED?

No, at this stage no further floor treatment is necessary. However, the surface can be buffed with a single disc machine (white pad) once completely dry. If a higher level of gloss is desired, the floor can be treated after one day at the earliest with Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner and then polished.

HOW DO I MAINTAIN MY FLOOR?

This all depends on how much it is used. For regular, protective cleaning, we recommend adding Osmo Wash and Care to mop water. Osmo Opti-Set and Spray-Mop have proven to be invaluable tools in maintaining floors (see pages 25). If the floor starts to look dull and lifeless, simply refresh it using Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner. This can be done in small areas, e.g. near doors or on high traffic areas, without needing to refresh the whole floor area as our products do not leave any visible transitions. If the signs of wear and tear are more substanti-al, the floor should be re-treated with Osmo Polyx®-Oil.

WHY DOES THE FINISH LOOK DIFFERENT ON THE CAN?

Depending on the wood species they are applied on, finishes can appear differently in colour tone. This tone does not have to match the small sticker on the can. We recommend applying a small trial applica-tion on a similar piece of wood to test for the desired results.

HOW SHOULD THE WOOD SURFACE BE PREPARED BEFORE USING OSMO COLOR?

The surface must be clean, dry (max. 20 % moisture content) and frost-free.

WHAT DOES WOOD TREATED WITH OSMO PRODUCTS SMELL LIKE?

After drying, your wood flooring will have a slight smell of wood and natural oils and waxes. As a solvent, we use dearomatised white spirit, which is less harmful to the health than so-called „Eco“ solvents, such as citrus oils. The solvent dissipates 100 % after drying and curing.

DO OSMO PRODUCTS CONTAIN HARMFUL SUBSTANCES?

Osmo products are based on carefully purified natural oils and waxes, dried surfaces are safe for people, animals and plants (suitable for children’s toys as according to EN 71.3 and saliva-resistant and swe-atproof as according to DIN 53160).

NOTE FOR USING POLYX®-OILS

Cloths and material soaked with the liquid product should either be washed out immediately or stored in an airtight metal container (Dan-ger of self-ignition!).

Your local Osmo dealer:

© 2015 GB 1.0 Technical modifications and delivery rights reserved. Measurements, prices and illustrations are subject to change. Although we check our catalogue thoroughly, we cannot completely rule out the possi-bility of printing mistakes. The colour tones shown in the catalogue are non-binding. In the interest of product development and improvement we reserve the right to technically modify products.

Wood is the ideal, healthy material for modern housing design. Nevertheless, it is also a product whose quality cannot be seen from the first glance. With wood products from Osmo, you are always on the safe side because Osmo is recognised quality brand for wood and wood finishes. One look at the painstaking workmanship, the fine surfaces and the precision shows that only especially good products of tested quality carry our name.

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